1961 Austin 7 vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1424 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | 7 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
